License With – 0 Visa
Licence only · upgrade to visas anytime
AED 12,900
- Trade licence & registration
- Upgrade to visas anytime
- Company name reservation
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
FREE ZONE · DUBAI
IFZA Free Zone Company Formation for Saudi nationals
Guide for Saudi founders · around 2 hours from Riyadh
5–7 daysSetup time100%OwnershipUp to 4 visasVisas
- 5–7 daysSetup time
- Free ZoneLicence type
- Flexi | PhysicalOffice / facility
- Up to 4 visasVisa eligibility
- StandardApprovals needed
- From AED 12,900Renewal cost
About IFZA
Why IFZA Free Zone
IFZA Free Zone combines Dubai address with the flexibility to add activities and visas later, which is why it suits both first-time founders and established groups. IFZA Free Zone issues commercial, professional and industrial licences from its base in Dubai, and GoldenKey processes new registrations there every week. As a rule, saudi nationals are GCC nationals enjoy special status in the UAE and can own mainland businesses with the same rights as Emiratis in most activities, so the IFZA Free Zone authority, the banks and the immigration officers see Saudi applications every day and process them without hesitation. As a rule, saudi-UAE trade is the largest intra-GCC flow, and many Saudi groups use Dubai as a regional and international base, which gives Saudi entrepreneurs a ready market and supply chain the moment their IFZA Free Zone licence is released.
In practice, over 30,000 active companies registered. To be clear, popular activities in IFZA Free Zone include trading, services, technology, consultancy and manufacturing, and most of them can be combined on a single licence. From day one, saudi applicants benefit from the fact that IFZA Free Zone already has many Saudi shareholders on its register, so its officers recognise Saudi Arabia documents and name formats instantly.
Packages & cost
Pricing — choose the right package for your business
Pricing for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Saudi nationals depends on the package you choose; every option below includes GoldenKey's service and the government fees stated. Use the table below to compare packages for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Saudi nationals; we will confirm the exact total for your case in a written quotation.
License With – 1 Visa
1 residence visa · 1-year licence
AED 14,900
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 1 visa eligibility
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License With – 2 Visa
2 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 16,900
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 2 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License With – 3 Visa
3 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 18,900
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 3 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
License With – 4 Visa
4 residence visas · 1-year licence
AED 20,900
- Trade licence & registration
- Establishment card included
- 4 visa eligibilities
- Flexi-desk / office options
- GoldenKey PRO support
Prices are indicative, in AED, exclusive of 5% VAT where applicable, and confirmed in writing before payment. Last updated 2026-10-27.
Business activities
Explore business activities in IFZA
IFZA licenses trading, service, professional and industrial activities. Search every activity we license across the UAE and see where it is available and what it costs.
Required documents
Documents required
Gather these papers and GoldenKey will take care of the rest of IFZA Free Zone company formation for Saudi nationals.
Scanned colour copies are enough to start. We check every item before anything is submitted.
For individuals
- A passport granted by Saudi Arabia with at least six months' validity
- A clear passport copy for each shareholder and manager, valid for at least six months
- A bank statement from your Saudi Arabia bank for the last three months, which banks use to understand your profile
- Educational certificates attested by the Saudi Arabia authorities and the UAE embassy, for professional activities
- A short business plan or activity description for certain professional activitiesif applicable
- Proof of address such as a utility bill or bank statement, requested by some zonesif applicable
For companies
- Certificate of incorporation (attested)
- Memorandum & articles of association
- Board resolution approving the UAE company
- Passport copies of shareholders & directors
- Company profile / business plan
Our process
How IFZA Free Zone works with GoldenKey
- 1
Consultation and activity selection
GoldenKey starts by confirming your activity is available in IFZA Free Zone, then agrees the licence category, visa quota and office option with you in writing. Expect clear updates from your GoldenKey consultant while this step runs for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Saudi nationals.
- 2
Name reservation and initial approval
GoldenKey reserves your trade name with the IFZA Free Zone authority and obtains initial approval, generally within one to two working days.
- 3
Document submission and payment
You sign the file and memorandum, we file the attested paperwork with IFZA Free Zone and the registrar's licence fee is paid. For IFZA Free Zone company formation for Saudi nationals, GoldenKey completes this stage with you on WhatsApp or by email.
- 4
Licence issued and next steps
IFZA Free Zone issues the licence, incorporation certificate and lease; from there we open the establishment card, process visas and arrange your bank introduction.
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers about IFZA. Anything else — ask GK AI or message us.
View all FAQsHow long does the IFZA Free Zone licence take?
Importantly, once your papers are complete, the authority typically issues the licence within 5 working days. Visas and bank account opening follow afterwards.
Do I need to visit the UAE to set up in IFZA Free Zone?
Most IFZA Free Zone licences can be issued remotely with scanned documents and a signed power of attorney. You will need to enter the UAE for the medical test and Emirates ID biometrics when your UAE residence visa is handled.
What is the difference between an FZE and an FZCO in IFZA Free Zone?
An FZE has one shareholder and an FZCO has two or more. Both offer limited liability and 100% foreign ownership, and the fees in IFZA Free Zone are usually the same.
Can a Saudi citizen own 100% of a company in IFZA Free Zone?
Yes. Saudi nationals can own the full share capital of a IFZA Free Zone company with no local partner, exactly like any other nationality.
Is there a double taxation agreement between Saudi Arabia and the UAE?
Yes. The UAE and Saudi Arabia have a double taxation agreement, and a UAE tax residency certificate lets you claim treaty relief on qualifying income. GoldenKey can obtain the certificate once your company is established.
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Good to know
More about IFZA
Why the UAE
From day one, residence visas for owners and families come with the company, which makes IFZA Free Zone company formation for Saudi nationals a route to relocation as well as a business decision. From day one, english is the working language of business, contracts are routinely drafted in English, and government portals are bilingual, which simplifies IFZA Free Zone company formation for Saudi nationals for international founders.
Why GoldenKey
Our quotations for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Saudi nationals list every government fee and our service fee on one page, in writing, before you pay anything. As a rule, we speak the languages our clients speak, including English, Arabic, Hindi, Urdu and Malayalam, and we can arrange Russian, French and Mandarin support for IFZA Free Zone company formation for Saudi nationals. As a rule, because GoldenKey works with the licensing authority, the immigration department and the banks every single week, we know exactly which documents each of them will ask for on an IFZA Free Zone file.
